The Prodigal Blogger Returns!

After a long summer of cocooning, I'm back!

I took a break from blogging of any kind...I didn't write mine and didn't read any other blogs all summer long! It was a good time to recharge my batteries, spend time in areas other than memory art, and hang out with family. It was just what I needed.

I didn't totally disconnect from my art, though, as it's such a major part of my life. I put together a very fun Heirloom project for the sold out event which was held this past Saturday at the home of my friend, Patty. This project was an event only kit due to some of the product being available in very limited quantities.

What an amazingly fun day it was! I've got some pictures that Ashley took to share with you...she captured the enthusiasm of the day for sure.

The project and theme was "Spool Stories". The book was built on little canvas squares, each of them put together like mini art quilts, then assembled to fit on a very large decorated spool. I kept hearing from attendees that this was one of their favorite Heirloom projects to date! Here's a picture of my sample:

Putting together special kit packaging for the attendees is always a delight. I love seeing everyone's reactions as they open their kits...it's like a birthday party or Christmas gift opening time!

It was a great time to reconnect with friends from New Jersey, Alabama, California and Arizona:

Patty and her hubby, Kraig, were awesome hosts. Patty is an artist in the kitchen and we had three superb meals...breakfast, lunch (dinner, really, including some Louisiana home made gumbo...YUM!) and late afternoon dessert.

Here's the breakfast menu:

A fabulous trifle was part of the dessert menu:

And, just look at the adorable teacup cookie holders that Patty created!

I love putting these events together...and absolutely love spending time with the wonderfully creative and inspirational friends who put their hearts and souls into the project!

I just loved seeing the picture above...just look at how into it they all are!

Thanks to all who attended...I really enjoyed my day with all of you!

BY THE WAY, I JUST WANTED TO LET YOU KNOW THAT I HAVE JUST ONE EXTRA HEIRLOOM KIT FOR SPOOL STORIES. THE KIT INSTRUCTIONS ARE WRITTEN FOR THE CLASS ATTENDEES, WHICH MEANS THEY AREN'T AS DETAILED AS ONLINE INSTRUCTIONS BUT IF YOU HAVE PUT TOGETHER PREVIOUS KITS, YOU'LL DO GREAT. I'LL INCLUDE A LIST OF SUPPLIES YOU'LL NEED TO COMPLETE THE PROJECT. SPECIAL EVENT PACKAGING ISN'T PART OF THE ONE REMAINING KIT.

THE KIT IS AVAILABLE FOR $197, PLUS SHIPPING OF $22 (US ONLY, PLEASE).

JUST CLICK ON THE BUY NOW BUTTON BELOW AND THIS VERY UNIQUE SPOOL STORIES KIT WILL BE YOURS!

Comments

Hi Carol. Your event was beyond my highest expectations of what it would be like. The project is fabulous. Every canvas is a work of art. Patty did an amazing job with the food she prepared and her and Kraig were the most gracious hosts. I am truly blessed that I was able to be a part of it and spend the day with you and all the wonderful ladies and friends that were at the event. I'm hoping I can attend another one next year. Big hugs and thanks for a wonderful time.

carol,
i wrote this long comment last night and it went into cyberspace!!! needless to say i can never duplicate it.
just suffice it to say that i am still in awe of the entire "event". beginning with seeing you for breakfast on thursday to the "event" i am basking in the glow of it all. but the "event" was only part of it. seeing vern was a highlight, the warmth and graciousness of patty and kraig was amazing, meeting all the "artbookers", having a chance to talk with ashley and just being in your wonderful presence was more than enough!!!!! you are a warm, wonderful, generous person and i am blessed to call you friend. the packaging, the project, what can i say - works of art - and all the extra goodies that you offer are just amazing. thank you from the bottom of my heart for making this more than i ever expected. i hope to return again.
hugs and more
peggy

OMG I love those big spools! What a wonderful way to use them. The trifle looked not quite complete to me.... We put custard in our trifles - is that a 'Downunder' thing?? http://www.smh.com.au/ftimages/2008/03/18/1205602357256.html

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